Located 12 miles from the eastern entrance to Yosemite National Park, this motel in Lee Vining has guest rooms with views of Mono Lake. Mono Lake Tufa Reserve is less than a 5-minute drive away. A flat-screen HD satellite TV is featured in each guest room at the Yosemite Gateway Motel. A gourmet coffee machine and private bathroom are also included. Furnished sun terraces with lake views are provided for guest relaxation. Free parking is available. Bodie State Historic Ghost Town is 18 miles away. Mammoth Lake is 22 miles from Yosemite Gateway Motel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Free private parking


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
Bedroom :
1 full bed
and
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.8
Facilities
7.3
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
6.7
Location
8.7
Free Wifi
8.4
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Marjorie
    United States of America United States of America
    Small but well appointed room. Older motel but nicely kept. Bed was very comfortable and the room was very clean. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Noticing I was disabled she offered to change our room to the one closest to where our car was...
  • David
    United States of America United States of America
    Love the location in the center of town and the view out over Mono Lake
  • Eva
    United States of America United States of America
    They have family room with 3 queen beds which was great for the 5 of us.

Area info

Amenities of Yosemite Gateway Motel

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Express check-in/out
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Spanish

    House rules
    Yosemite Gateway Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    $25 per child, per night

    Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 21
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
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    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Highway 120 (Tioga Pass) typically closes from late October until late May. When the Tioga Pass Road is closed, it is not possible to drive to Tuolumne Meadows or enter Yosemite National Park from the east. All other park entrances, including those along Highway 120 from the west, Highway 140, and Highway 41, remain open all year.

    Please note Yosemite National Park currently required advance reservations to enter the park.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    FAQs about Yosemite Gateway Motel

    • Yosemite Gateway Motel is 650 feet from the center of Lee Vining. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yosemite Gateway Motel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Horseback riding
    • Room options at Yosemite Gateway Motel include:

      • Double
      • Quad
      • Suite
      • Family
    • The prices at Yosemite Gateway Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, Yosemite Gateway Motel is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Yosemite Gateway Motel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.